Times of India

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for increased international pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing invasion. Amid US-Ukrainian ceasefire discussions in Saudi Arabia, Zelenskyy emphasised that without global pressure, Russia would continue to prolong the conflict and ignore diplomacy. Negotiations are focused on a potential ceasefire in the Black Sea, but Putin has only agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure.

Tesla investor Ross Gerber has called for Elon Musk's removal as CEO, criticizing the Tesla board for negligence and the brand erosion following Musk's Twitter acquisition. Gerber, with substantial Tesla shares, believes Musk's divided attention harms Tesla and argues for a dedicated CEO to refocus on the core business.

Afghanistan's Noor Ahmad made a stellar debut for CSK, taking a four-wicket haul to lead his team to a win over MI in their IPL 2025 opener. His performance restricted MI to 155/9, with Ahmad outshining with 4 for 18. Rachin Ravindra’s unbeaten 65 ensured CSK’s chase was successful, sealing victory in 19.1 overs.

A video of Pastor Bajinder Singh, who faces a sexual harassment case, slapping a woman and a man in an office, went viral. The police are verifying the video's time and location. The pastor is seen in a heated argument and physically assaulting them. Authorities await a complaint to proceed with the investigation.

The DGCA has mandated Indian airlines to inform passengers about their rights when booking air tickets. This measure aims to educate passengers, particularly first-time flyers, about entitlements concerning delays, cancellations, denied boarding, and baggage issues. Airlines must provide an online passenger charter link via SMS, WhatsApp, ticket, and their website. IndiGo has begun implementing this directive.

The first edition of Shaurya Saga, a Defence Literature Festival organised by NGO Thrive, concluded at Doon University. Eminent figures shared compelling stories, including that of an Indian Major's act of compassion during the 1971 Indo-Pak war, highlighting humanity even amidst conflict.

Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts sat out the Dodgers' Opening Day in the Tokyo Series due to health concerns, particularly dehydration risks. Team doctor Neal ElAttrache emphasized the importance of caution to prevent long-term injuries. Betts reflected on his professional growth and future plans beyond baseball.

The tragic deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau in a drunk driving accident led to legal action against Sean Higgins. Higgins faced multiple charges and rejected a plea deal, opting for trial, highlighting the severe consequences of impaired driving.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election for 28 April, seeking a strong mandate. Carney plans to support farmers, address US trade tensions, and expand dental care. This follows Justin Trudeau's resignation, who faced criticism over living costs and political instability after leading since 2015.

Stephen Hawking's 1966 PhD thesis, Properties of Expanding Universes, laid the groundwork for his renowned contributions to cosmology and black holes. It explored singularities, the role of general relativity, and how the universe expands. His work provided vital theoretical support for the Big Bang model.

MS Dhoni, at 43, performed a quick stumping to dismiss Mumbai Indians’ captain Suryakumar Yadav in the 11th over. His exceptional reflexes and skillful wicketkeeping were the highlight of the match, contributing to Chennai Super Kings' pressure on Mumbai Indians. This moment showcased Dhoni's enduring prowess and impacted Mumbai Indians' innings significantly.

Aishwarya Rai, labeled as "one of the most beautiful women in the world," has faced criticism for her acting. Her husband Abhishek Bachchan defended her, highlighting her diverse roles. Aishwarya’s illustrious career includes winning the Padma Shri and Order of Arts and Letters. Rumors of marriage troubles circulate as they appeared separately at a wedding.